Secretariat, Taipei City Government

To enhance its global visibility, the Taipei City Government has actively participated in several major international city-level organizations. Taipei is currently a member of the United Cities and Local Governments (UCLG), the UCLG’s Asia-Pacific Chapter (UCLG-ASPAC), the Sister Cities International (SCI), and the CityNet. In addition, Taipei has been regularly invited to take part in prominent international forums and events, including the World Cities Summit (WCS), the Asia Pacific Cities Summit (APCS), and the Global City Network for Sustainability (G-NETS).

United Cities and Local Government (UCLG) & United Cities and Local Governments Asia-Pacific (UCLG-ASPAC)

Founded in 2004, the UCLG is an organization for cities, local governments and municipal associations throughout the world. It is the largest local government organization in the world and serves as the united voice and world advocate of democratic local self-government. The UCLG promotes its values, objectives, and interests through cooperation among local governments and within the international community. The UCLG has members in over 140 countries across Africa, the Asia-Pacific, Europe, Eurasia, the Middle East and West Asia, Latin America, and North America, representing over 70% of the world's population.

Taipei City is currently both an executive and a council member of the UCLG-ASPAC as well as a council member of the UCLG. The Taipei City Government is devoted to continuing its substantial cooperation and exchanges with other members of the UCLG and the UCLG-ASPAC.

Sister Cities International (SCI)

The SCI is a non-profit network dedicated to citizen diplomacy, fostering and enhancing partnerships between communities in the United States and those abroad. Its mission includes promoting municipal partnerships between U.S. cities, counties, and states and their counterparts worldwide; offering opportunities for officials and residents to engage with and experience different cultures through sustained community relationships; supporting economic and community development initiatives; and encouraging collaborative problem-solving through reciprocal exchanges in culture, education, municipal governance, business, and technical fields. It also works with like-minded organizations domestically and internationally to achieve shared objectives.

The SCI has approximately 2,500 members, and Taipei City has actively participated in the network since 2002. 

CityNet

Established in 1987, CityNet is comprised of local governments and non-governmental organizations from cities in the Asia-Pacific region, as well as associate members from various regions including Europe and North America, under the guidance and budgetary support of UNESCAP and UNDP.

The head office of CityNet is located in Seoul, Korea. The organization is committed to advancing sustainable urban development through collaborative action and the exchange of best practices through its city network.

Asia Pacific Cities Summit (APCS)

The APCS was initiated in 1996 through the advocacy of former Brisbane Mayor, Jim Soorley. The APCS is held annually, with hosting duties alternating between Brisbane and other cities across the Asia-Pacific region. Recognized as a key forum for government and business leaders, the APCS provides a platform for cities to exchange ideas, knowledge, best practices, and business opportunities.

Taipei City has been an active participant in the APCS since 1997.

World Cities Summit (WCS)

The WCS is a biennial event held in Singapore, along with other cities serving as hosts in alternating years. It serves as a premier platform for local government leaders and industry experts to address challenges related to creating liveable and sustainable cities, share integrated urban solutions, and build new partnerships. Jointly organized by Singapore’s Centre for Liveable Cities (CLC) and the Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA), the WCS features key events such as the WCS Mayors Forum, the Lee Kuan Yew World City Prize, and the WCS Young Leaders Symposium.

Taipei City has actively engaged in the WCS over the past decade. Notably, Taipei City has been awarded the Special Mention in the 2026 Lee Kuan Yew World City Prize, making it the only city in Taiwan to receive this honor, underscoring its significance.